Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post 84 to Partner with Illinois Joining Forces and Dunham Fund to offer Free Veteran Peer Supporter training
Contact: Commander Mike Eckburg, (630) 474-5084, Commander@Post84.com - Roosevelt Aurora Post 84
Jim Dolan (630) 750-5522, jim.dolan@illinoisjoiningforces.org - Sr Director of Development IJF
AURORA, ILLINOIS – Illinois Joining Forces (IJF), through the support of the Dunham Foundation, in collaboration with the Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post #84 (Post 84), is offering free Veteran Peer Supporter Training to Aurora area Veterans to serve fellow Veterans. IJF with Post 84 are recruiting Veterans to be professionally trained as Community Veteran Peer Supporters to assist area Veterans.
Community Veteran Peer Supporter Training – for 10 Aurora region Veterans to serve their brothers and sisters in arms. Based on the principle of shared experience, peer support has proven to be an extremely effective way of assisting fellow Veterans transition back into civilian life and address the many challenges they face along the way.
● The Course –Three days of virtual Veteran Peer Supporter Training provide by DBSA where Veterans will learn: Problem Solving, Effective Listening, The Art of Asking Questions, Facing Our Fears, Cultural Competency, Understanding Intervention Strategies, The Importance of Accomplishing Goals. One additional day of Mental Health First Aid training will be offered as part of the overall training.
● The Requirements – Prior military Service. Internet connection to support ZOOM video conferencing (webcam). Computer, laptop, or smartphone with the functionality to access a ZOOM link.
● The Commitment – Applicants must be available for all-day training on each of the following Days: November 18th, 19th, and 20th (2021). Be willing to serve fellow Veterans in the Aurora Region for a period of 12 months after completion of training and dedicate at least 10 hours a month to Veterans seeking peer support.
● How to Apply – If you would like to receive training to become a Community Veteran Peer Supporter, please complete the application here: or you can contact IJF by email at info@illinoisjoiningforces.org with “PEER TRAINING” in the subject line.
Illinois Joining Forces and our community partners would like to thank the Dunham Foundation for their generous financial support of this vital Community Veteran Peer Supporter Training Initiative and Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post 84 for their assistance
About The Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post 84: The Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post 84 was founded in 1919, and is one of the oldest posts in the State of Illinois. Their name is in memory of Quentin Roosevelt, the youngest son of President Theodore Roosevelt, who was killed in WWI in aerial combat over France on Bastille Day (July 14, 1918).
About Illinois Joining Forces: Illinois Joining Forces (IJF) was launched in 2012, through an inter-governmental agreement between the Illinois Departments of Veterans’ Affairs (IDVA) and Military Affairs (IDMA) as a statewide, public-private network of military and veteran serving organizations working together to improve services for Service Members, Veterans and their Families (SMVF).’
About The Dunham Foundation: The Dunham Foundation seeks grant applications from nonprofits whose work aligns with the Foundation’s mission. Organizations that encourage innovation and collaboration in educational and community development programs and projects to effect positive change in the Dunham Foundation service area.
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Contact: Commander Mike Eckburg, (630) 474-5084, Commander@Post84.com - Roosevelt Aurora Post 84
Jim Dolan (630) 750-5522, jim.dolan@illinoisjoiningforces.org - Sr Director of Development IJF
AURORA, ILLINOIS – Illinois Joining Forces (IJF), through the support of the Dunham Foundation, in collaboration with the Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post #84 (Post 84), is offering free Veteran Peer Supporter Training to Aurora area Veterans to serve fellow Veterans. IJF with Post 84 are recruiting Veterans to be professionally trained as Community Veteran Peer Supporters to assist area Veterans.
Community Veteran Peer Supporter Training – for 10 Aurora region Veterans to serve their brothers and sisters in arms. Based on the principle of shared experience, peer support has proven to be an extremely effective way of assisting fellow Veterans transition back into civilian life and address the many challenges they face along the way.
● The Course –Three days of virtual Veteran Peer Supporter Training provide by DBSA where Veterans will learn: Problem Solving, Effective Listening, The Art of Asking Questions, Facing Our Fears, Cultural Competency, Understanding Intervention Strategies, The Importance of Accomplishing Goals. One additional day of Mental Health First Aid training will be offered as part of the overall training.
● The Requirements – Prior military Service. Internet connection to support ZOOM video conferencing (webcam). Computer, laptop, or smartphone with the functionality to access a ZOOM link.
● The Commitment – Applicants must be available for all-day training on each of the following Days: November 18th, 19th, and 20th (2021). Be willing to serve fellow Veterans in the Aurora Region for a period of 12 months after completion of training and dedicate at least 10 hours a month to Veterans seeking peer support.
● How to Apply – If you would like to receive training to become a Community Veteran Peer Supporter, please complete the application here: or you can contact IJF by email at info@illinoisjoiningforces.org with “PEER TRAINING” in the subject line.
Illinois Joining Forces and our community partners would like to thank the Dunham Foundation for their generous financial support of this vital Community Veteran Peer Supporter Training Initiative and Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post 84 for their assistance
About The Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post 84: The Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post 84 was founded in 1919, and is one of the oldest posts in the State of Illinois. Their name is in memory of Quentin Roosevelt, the youngest son of President Theodore Roosevelt, who was killed in WWI in aerial combat over France on Bastille Day (July 14, 1918).
About Illinois Joining Forces: Illinois Joining Forces (IJF) was launched in 2012, through an inter-governmental agreement between the Illinois Departments of Veterans’ Affairs (IDVA) and Military Affairs (IDMA) as a statewide, public-private network of military and veteran serving organizations working together to improve services for Service Members, Veterans and their Families (SMVF).’
About The Dunham Foundation: The Dunham Foundation seeks grant applications from nonprofits whose work aligns with the Foundation’s mission. Organizations that encourage innovation and collaboration in educational and community development programs and projects to effect positive change in the Dunham Foundation service area.
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Roosevelt-Aurora Post 84
The Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post 84 was founded in 1919, and is one of the oldest posts in the State of Illinois. Our name is in memory of Quentin Roosevelt, the youngest son of President Theodore Roosevelt, who was killed in WWI in aerial combat over France on Bastille Day (June 14, 1918).
With over 350 members Roosevelt- Aurora Post 84 is organized to promote the highest standards of community support and participation. Our members set the very foundation by which this goal can be reached, including but not limited to:
- Fundraisers, Drives & Sponsorships
- Parades: Memorial Day, Independence Day, Veteran’s Day, etc.
- Outings: Golf, Sporting Events, Picnics, Competitions, Luncheons, Dinners, etc.
Roosevelt- Aurora Post 84's commitment to members is equal to its community efforts. The Post Officers and staff, under the Post Commander, Mike Eckburg, champion the American Legion's mission and purpose to assist our community and fellow veterans. Here are 10 Reasons why you should join Roosevelt- Aurora Post 84.
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